Leo’s Story
Steller sea lion pup Leo was found stranded without his mother on a beach in Ocean Shores, Washington. The starving four-month-old pup had several wounds and was much too young to care for himself, so he was brought to a local wildlife facility for temporary care. A month later, he was transported to The Marine Mammal Center in a Coast Guard C-130 aircraft.

During Leo’s long-term rehabilitation, animal husbandry experts enriched his daily routine by giving him opportunities to catch live fish, play with kelp fronds and solve puzzles like how to reach herring frozen inside of a large block of ice. While at the Center, Leo was also able to socialize with other animals, including northern fur seals and California sea lions of all ages.

After five months of rehabilitation, Leo tripled in size and proved that he was ready to return to the wild. Thanks to the Coast Guard, he made a return flight back to Washington state and was released at La Push, a beach known to be a favorite hangout for Steller sea lions.

Adoption Details
When you adopt Leo, you’ll receive a personalized adoption certificate with his photo and story.

Interested in adding a plush to your Leo adoption? Click here for an upgraded package!

Your symbolic adoption will make a difference in the life of a marine mammal like Leo.

Last Minute Gift?
Adopting Leo as a last-minute gift? You will receive a link to a printable, temporary certificate you can present to your loved one. The personalized certificate will arrive in the mail in a few days.

Free USPS shipping included!

Price

$30.00

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